Who do we get to be our NT since we do not currently have one on the roster. and also if we go primarily 3-4 Id assume thats the end of Abe and Edwards in ATL. I wonder what we could get trade value wise for Edwards if any at all.

any prediction to how are D would look like in a 3-4 would be nice to see peoples opinions

I don't think we go primarily 3-4 right away. I think we stick with the 4-3 principles and hybrid in some 3-4 with the potential to switch over in the next couple of years. It's tough switching defensive schemes without some kind of level drop and I think we'll be smart about it. One things for sure this defense will be versatile, something it wasn't under BVG.

I don't think we go primarily 3-4 right away. I think we stick with the 4-3 principles and hybrid in some 3-4 with the potential to switch over in the next couple of years. It's tough switching defensive schemes without some kind of level drop and I think we'll be smart about it. One things for sure this defense will be versatile, something it wasn't under BVG.

See this thinking right here is why I like this message board. There are a lot more people who think closer to how coaches and FO staffers think than anywhere else I have been.

If indeed we are to go after 34. It's a transition we will make better over 2 seasons rather than cramming into one. That being said if we make the right personnel moves I can see it sharing a large portion of our D this year. Again considering Nolan is a hybrid guy it may just be a case of finding a DT who is happy to shift between to techniques and by happy I mean proficient at doing it. We have other DTs we can kick out to ends in A 3-4. I think the resigning of Abe if it happens and at what cost or time will be a big indicator as to what we will do.

I think this will be the first time in his career coach Smith can step back and be the HC of the team. He has brought in 2 guys he can trust in and that will allow him to let go a lot more. You don't bring Nolan in to handcuff him.

I think this will be the first time in his career coach Smith can step back and be the HC of the team. He has brought in 2 guys he can trust in and that will allow him to let go a lot more. You don't bring Nolan in to handcuff him.

That right there may just turn out to be a great benefit. Not that Smith can't DC, but there is only so much time in the day, the less time he spends having to baby sit the more time he can focus on other things.

See this thinking right here is why I like this message board. There are a lot more people who think closer to how coaches and FO staffers think than anywhere else I have been.

If indeed we are to go after 34. It's a transition we will make better over 2 seasons rather than cramming into one. That being said if we make the right personnel moves I can see it sharing a large portion of our D this year. Again considering Nolan is a hybrid guy it may just be a case of finding a DT who is happy to shift between to techniques and by happy I mean proficient at doing it. We have other DTs we can kick out to ends in A 3-4. I think the resigning of Abe if it happens and at what cost or time will be a big indicator as to what we will do.

I think this will be the first time in his career coach Smith can step back and be the HC of the team. He has brought in 2 guys he can trust in and that will allow him to let go a lot more. You don't bring Nolan in to handcuff him.

This is why I think Soliai has to be a priority. He has been really good playing in both defenses and could remain on the field regardless of how we line up. He's a versatile and space-eating guy and he knows Nolan's system and that's always a plus.

This is why I think Soliai has to be a priority. He has been really good playing in both defenses and could remain on the field regardless of how we line up. He's a versatile and space-eating guy and he knows Nolan's system and that's always a plus.

Damn Id bring him in just for attitude, I am sure if he is available they will make a play for him. The off season just got more interesting.

Soliai will probably come for around 6-7 a year though. Wilfork is making 8 a year. I think $6 would be good for the NT that led Nolan's offense and can play both 3-4 and 4-3.

I am so underwhelmed with the Falcons defense, I don't care who stays and who goes obviously I have my favorites Spoon, Abe, Grimes( who I think is gone anyway) Babineaux,Peters,Moore. Otherwise I think there is a huge need for some new blood. Let Nolan put his stamp on the defense and lets see where that goes.